Any organization may be adopted as an DSIA member, provided that it supports the purpose of the DS and meets the following requirements:

• The goals and activities of the organization must not conflict with the objectives of DS;
  
• The organization must accept and abide by the Constitution of the DSIA.
  

During the DeafSkills championships, the organizers must seek support of the state and related organizations, as well as the cooperation of international organizations, including the UN and the International Labour Organization.